What Went Down

Foals' third album for Warner Bros. Records strips back the math-rock precision of earlier work for a rawer, more visceral alternative rock approach. Propelled by distorted guitars and urgent rhythms, What Went Down channels post-punk energy through an indie rock lens, with Yannis Philippakis' vocals cutting through walls of noise on tracks like the title cut. The Oxford band’s shift toward heavier textures and direct songwriting marked a notable recalibration for a group previously known for intricate arrangements.